Summary of 2005/2006 Square Meter Campaign Receipts
and Expenses
In July of 2005, Mission Africa launched a square
meter campaign to build and furnish My Brothers Keeper School of
Music and Movement. Our Goal was to raise $68,500 to build and furnish
a 380 square meter building at $180 per square meter. We received 81
partnerships at various levels of giving and raised $58,027.95. Only 59
Square meters remain without sponsorship.
Total Square Meters raised 322.375 or - 322 3/8
for a total of $58,027.95
The following is a breakdown of how those monies
were spent: |
Architectural
Plans
$0 (donation of simple plans and blue print)
Land
$0 (donation of small plot on previously developed
land)
Building Materials
$24,000
Building Labor
$8,000
Bathroom Fittings and Fixtures
$1,000 |
Vehicles
Vehicle Repair / Insurance
$1,000
Musical / Electronic Equipment
$3,000
Curriculum / Learning Aids
$1,000
School T-Shirts
$1,500
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We were tremendously blessed with a donation to the ministry, a
second-hand minibus that can be used for day-to-day transport.
However, it is sometimes unreliable and not suitable for long-distance
driving or for covering rough terrain. (This gift amount is not
reflected in the total raised in the campaign.) |
Finishings and Furnishing
$10,000 (includes dance room mirrors, hardwood sprung
floor, music room carpeting, chairs, stands, tables)
Computer and Printer
$1,500
Air-Conditioners / Ceiling Fans
$3,300
Lighting
$750
Travel to and From Johannesburg, South Africa by Bus
to Purchase Fixtures
$1,400
Start up costs such as fuel, orientation supplies,
pens, pencils, office supplies, etc.
$1,500
Total - $58,000
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